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Bard Access Systems, Inc., Fastrac* "Pull" Gastric Access Port Safety System, REF 007023, 20F, Sterile.

FDA device recall Z-2188-2009 · posted 2009-09-15 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
C.R. Bard Access Systems, Inc
Reason for recall
The Polypectomy Snares and the Entake Peg System (which contain these snares) are being recalled because the looped portion of the snare can become detached and drop into the stomach or other internal canal during use, necessitating retrieval of the remaining piece.
Action taken
Bard contacted all 1,883 worldwide customers who received the distributed suspect 467 product code lots, comprising 177, 614 units that were either not expired or were still available in the field. These will be returned by the customer to Bard Access Systems. 1-800-290-1689.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
KNT
Quantity affected
177,614 units
Distribution
Worldwide, including USA, Belgium, Canada, Australia, and Japan.
Date initiated
2008-12-04
Date posted
2009-09-15
Date terminated
2011-11-09
Location
Salt Lake City, UT

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